Here are a couple fun decorating ideas: Don’t forget the staple ... you simply have to serve a traditional New Orleans king ...

The culture in New Orleans during Mardi Gras is rich, with no shortage of traditions, including the king cake, the secretly placed baby inside the sweet pastry, and the many facets of symbolism ...

Mardi Gras-inspired items take many forms at King Cake Fe(a)st, a series of tasting events during Carnival season. (Contributed photo) King Cake Fe(a)st is a freewheeling celebration of Carnival ...